Exciting Pediatric NP Role in Milwaukee's NICU!

A Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) in the NICU is an advanced practice registered nurse who provides comprehensive, specialized care to premature and critically ill newborns, functioning both autonomously and in collaboration with physicians and a multidisciplinary team.
Core Responsibilities and Duties
NNPs manage the care of high-risk infants who need constant monitoring and intervention due to conditions such as prematurity, low birth weight, respiratory distress, congenital abnormalities, infections, and genetic disorders.

Patient Assessment and Diagnosis: Performing comprehensive physical examinations, obtaining medical histories, and diagnosing acute and chronic conditions.
Treatment Planning and Management: Developing, implementing, evaluating, and modifying individualized care plans, which involves prescribing medications and ordering therapeutic interventions.
Procedures: Performing or assisting with advanced diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, such as endotracheal intubation, placement of umbilical arterial and venous catheters, chest tube insertion, lumbar punctures, and neonatal resuscitation.
Monitoring and Documentation: Operating and monitoring specialized equipment like ventilators and incubators, and maintaining accurate and thorough medical records.
Collaboration and Leadership: Working closely with neonatologists, pediatricians, respiratory therapists, social workers, and staff nurses to ensure coordinated, high-quality, cost-effective care.
Family Support and Education: Providing education and emotional support to parents and families, explaining diagnoses, treatment options, and post-discharge care to facilitate a smooth transition to home.
Quality Improvement and Research: Participating in quality improvement initiatives, research activities, and professional development to enhance patient outcomes and advance the field of neonatal care.

Required Qualifications and Skills
Education: A Master's degree in Nursing (MSN) or a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree with a specialization in the Neonatal Nurse Practitioner program from an accredited institution.
Licensure and Certification: Active state Registered Nurse (RN) and Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) licensure, along with national certification from the National Certification Corporation (NCC) (NNP-BC credential).
Experience: Typically, a minimum of 3 years of clinical experience as a registered nurse in a Level III or IV NICU is required for program admission and employment.
Skills: High level of critical thinking, clinical judgment, problem-solving skills, and the ability to remain calm and make rapid decisions under pressure. Compassion, strong communication skills, and the ability to work in an emotionally intense environment are also essential.